Kansas State University is hiring a detail-oriented and analytical Data Analyst to join the Office of Data, Assessment, and Institutional Research (DAIR). This role provides data support for enrollment management and student success strategies within the Divisions of VPEM and VP-DASSA. If you’re passionate about using data to drive decision-making in higher education, this is the job for you.
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- Company: Kansas State University
- Location: Manhattan, Kansas
- Type: Full-time
- Salary: $65,000 – $70,000
Responsibilities
- Analyze student data related to recruitment, retention, engagement, and academic success.
- Develop reports, dashboards, and predictive models to support enrollment and student affairs decision-making.
- Collaborate with university departments to ensure effective use of data across functions.
- Maintain data quality and uphold ethical standards in handling sensitive information.
Minimum Qualifications
- Bachelor’s degree
- 3 years of relevant experience
Preferred Qualifications
- Bachelor’s or Master’s in Data Science, Statistics, Education, Social Sciences, or a related field.
- 2–3 years of experience as a Data Analyst in higher education or related domains.
- Expertise in Power BI, Tableau, R, Python, SAS, or SPSS.
- Experience with Snowflake, Banner, PeopleSoft, Slate, or Canvas.
- Proficient in data transformation, dashboard development, and predictive analytics.
- Understanding of enrollment strategies, student advising, and retention practices.
- Familiarity with data privacy and FERPA compliance.
Key Skills
- Data visualization and reporting
- SQL and database querying
- Predictive analytics and modeling
- Effective communication with technical and non-technical teams
- Data ethics and integrity
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